The past weekend

This weekend was amazing! Saturday we went to the Grand Le Fleur, which is the hospital ball. I was so excited, but nervous for some reason. It's been a long time since I went to something like this and so I borrowed my sisters dress from her junior prom and was on my way. We were sure it was going to be fun, but my Grandma Cheryl bought me the tickets so I figured I would try it out because people are always raving about it.

Shane and I showed up a little earlier than everyone else and for a bit it was awkward so we walked around looking at the silent auction stuff, they had some pretty neat stuff but we chose not to bid on anything although I know he really wanted to! We waited for the rest of our crew to show up (my dad was fashionably late haha) and once they all got there we ventured to the open bar. I'm kind of a baby about drinks, I don't know what anything is called or what does and doesn't taste good. So our friend Bryan Van Buren was working and he made me what I think was a white russian but not sure. Well that was a bit too sweet so when I went back I saw a lady get a Cape Cod (or so that's what we think it is) and that's what I stuck with for the rest of the night. We had a great three course dinner that started with a mixed green salad with grilled pears, pine nuts, bleu cheese (which I set off to the side), and green apples. Then for the main course we had filet minon, halibut, twice baked potatoes, and grilled asparagus. By the time dessert came I was so stuffed I didn't even eat half of the dessert!

Maybe it wasn't so much that I was full but more that we wanted to dance. The band was awesome they played everything from jazz, to 80's, to the classic party songs (I Like Big Butts, Play that Funky Music, etc.) to Black Eyed Peas. We danced for a good 3 or 4 hours stopping only to refill our alcohol (gotta take advantage of that open bar), one in the morning rolled around and the band stopped playing. We rounded up our stuff, headed out with a center piece and fell asleep around 2 a.m.

Before we realized how late we were going to be out, Shane and I made plans to go to Fort Collins for my mini shopping spree he was taking me on as a reward for my 4.0. I woke up at what seemed to be 7:30 still feeling a little tipsy and decided it would probably be best to close my eyes again lol. Around 9 I was feeling much better and got up, I immediately took some ibuprofen and drank a glass of water to avoid what was possibly to come. Luckily nothing bad happened. By 10:20 we were on our way to Fort Collins. We started by heading to TJ Maxx but found that there was a Platos Closet right next door. I've never been there but my mom always ravs about them so I decided to start there. At this store I found 2 pairs of jeans and a shirt. Good thing we stopped there because my main purpose was jeans and that's the only place I found good ones. At TJ Maxx we ran into Sandi and Katie we stayed hi and looked for more clothes. Here I found a way cute dress that is really cool because you can wear it more than one way and it is my favorite color green. Shane picked it out! I also left with a cute black shirt and two pairs of yoga pants (which I threw away 3 pairs of sweat pants for). At TJ Maxx we also found a set of 12 glasses, a silverware set, and a clock for our kitchen. Next we headed to Ross where I found a pair of brown shorts, a pair of work pants, and two REALLY cute shirts! We ate lunch at Olive Garden because at this point we were both starving then headed to Lowes and Home Depot for fencing supplies and a new tree (a weeping cherry tree). I have to say I've got one good boyfriend who spoiled the heck out of me!!!!

*You are the hope that keeps me trusting*

After witnessing one of the worst fights I've ever seen a couple go through I had some realizations with my own relationship. A friend recently told me (yes this friend is an ex, but from 8th grade and GREAT friends with Shane) he had messed up letting go of me because I am the best girl he ever had. I told him no he didn't mess up because he will find the right girl and if he wouldn't have broken up with me I wouldn't have met Shane. Shane always treats me like a Queen, sometimes I think he worries more about what he's doing and how it will benefit ME over how it will benefit him. When we bought his truck it cost him a lot of money and saved me money, he even put the extra 1400 that I would owe into his loan and paid off my car for me. Whenever I come home from a vacation there's always some sort of suprise waiting for me like when I got home from Oregon and Shane had busted his butt to get the backyard sodded and the deck finished.

Shane's always telling me that I can do it and he believes in me even if I don't believe in myself. When I told him I was afraid to go to Law School because it cost so much and I couldn't work he said "I'll get you through it, I may be dumb, but I can help you be successful in school." I don't think he's dumb lol but he is his worst critic. He is the most encouraging person I've met, I get down about school a lot and he finds a way to pick me up and keep me going. I finally got that 4.0 and I didn't believe in myself the whole time, he told me he knew I could do it and he's taking me shopping tomorrow as a celebration of my 4.0.

Another thing I learned last night when witnessing our friends fight was that Shane accepts me 100% for who I am and I pay him the same respect. Shane works construction, they build houses, remodel houses, build hotels, remodel businesses, etc. Shane loves what he does, he loves to build things and he loves that he gets paid to build things all day. He worries a lot that he's not good enough, that he should go back to school and do something, but in my mind he is doing something. I don't care if he ever graduates college or if he works construction until he dies, that's just what he wants to do and I'm proud of him for doing what he loves and not letting others judge him for that. I love him for who he is, the good and the bad. I love that he has a determination to make something of himself and our family. I love that even when he's made at me he still respects me and treats me like a Queen.

I am just so happy that I've found someone who loves me as much as I love him and he finds a way to show me that everyday!

Boring day

Not a lot to talk about today, I have a killer headache which I've had since I woke up this morning. I'm really not sure why...

On the bright side, it is only 11 days until I go see Chelsea!!! I'm so so so so so so excited even though I'm broke lol. It doesn't really matter as long as I get to see her I don't care what we do! Also in one week it's Lindsey's birthday and we're going to see Sex and the City 2 for her birthday which I'm really excited for! That really is honestly all I have to talk about today, it's been a pretty mundane day just working...

Flowers that made my day!

Today Nicole brought me the biggest bouquet I have EVER received it totally made my day :) It has the coolest blue and purple orchids and big white lilys with some roses scattered in. I really do have some of the best friends EVER.

Nicole- is always interested in what is going on with my life and more than happy to come visit me. She is always there for me when I need her from when I need a little cry to even when I need someone to go to Denver with me. She is a genuine person who TRUELY cares about everyone and everything.

Lisa- yes she counts, cousin or not she counts. She is always inviting me places and the BEST person to have a heart to heart with. Her and I are probably more different than we are similar but we always have an amazing time together. When we hang out we always find things to giggle and laugh about.

Chelsea Howard- she is like the other half of my heart. It never fails that when I'm having a bad day or need someone to talk to she calls me. She gets my music obsession probably more than anyone! I've NEVER met anyone who snail mails as well as she does, she loves to write and be creative and is just an AMAZING all around person.

Chelsea Curry- the only person I continue to hang out with from high school. Chelsea would drop everything she was doing for everyone. Our schedule's clash more than I could even explain but when we do have a chance she's right there. Chelsea is up for anything and is great at just stopping in to say hi.

Jocelyn- Jocelyn was my first college friend, we were running buddies during cheer and after I quit and she got pregnant and also left we continued to talk. Jocelyn makes it a point to see me whenever she's in town and calls whenever she can. She is very family oriented not only with her son and her own family but also understands the connection I have with my family.

Cameo- we have had our ups and downs but in the end we're still there for each other. Cameo is the first to congratulate me when I've completed a goal or big accomplishment, she's the first to tell me that I'll do amazing. She is so mature and always willing to work on relationships never giving up and always going to extra mile.

Those are all my good good friends. Of course there's my sisters but they will soon get their very own blog!

On Top of the World

Since Saturday I have felt like I was on top of the world! It's been awesome and exciting and for once it feels so nice. I had my dance recital Saturday and all the stress from rehearsals was well worth it. A lot of my good friends attended and my family and Shane's family was there. Unfortunately Lindsey and Mom missed it but for good reason. JORDYNE GRADUATED!!!! I am so excited for her, she's awesome! I am so proud of her she saw a dream and she achieved it. She is such a passionate person and I am inspired by her and her strength everyday! I only wish I could have the passion she has for baking for at least one thing! I'm just so so so proud of her!

Sunday we went fishing, it was really relaxing and fun but we didn't catch a darn thing!!!! We're going to try again and possibly go later like around 4 p.m. we're just not sure when yet. I'm also planning to go camping if the weather ever gets warm but its a slow process.

Yesterday however was a little scary. Nicole (my best friend) called me at 4:30 in the morning and needed to go to the ER. Me being the temporary bad friend I was didn't pick up because I thought it was a text message. When I woke up at 7 I had a text from her so I rushed to the ER and long story short she had a cyst in her ovary that had to be removed. We spent the day in the hospital and her mom, dad, and fiance came back from Rock Springs so they are all here now, it was very scary though.

For those of you who don't know Nicole she is awesome. I met her over a year ago (probably about a year and a half now) when I worked at catering. She was the really talkative one and when I worked my first event she was there. I remember the first time I met her she was telling Lindz and I about how she caught her parents having sex when she was 5, ha she told us all the gorey details. It was so funny and now looking back it was SO Nicole. Nicole doesn't hold things back she tells it how it is and she is not afraid of what people think of her. She's a fiery little one (and when I say little I mean it) she doesn't look it but she could bust your butt if you make her mad. She is one of the most caring friends I've ever met and with my handful of friends she ALWAYS is the one to call and see if you want to do something. I honestly cannot say I have met a friend this good in either high school or college!!!!

Also.... GREAT NEWS!!!! MOST EXCITING OF ALL AND I SAVED THE BEST FOR LAST! My number one goal on my 101 in 1001 was to get a 4.0 in a semester of undergrad. I was beginning to feel defeated, like it just was not possible. I have had semester after semester of 3.5, 3.75. 3.6, but no 4.0. I was feeling like this semester would be another 3.75 and feeling totally defeated with only a year left of school. When I got home last night I checked my grades in anticipation hoping the one grade that was 4 days late would FINALLY be in!!!! Ugh I wasn't expecting much and was certain it would be a B... BUT it was an A!!!! A's in all my classes this semester I GOT IT, I DID IT!!! I GOT MY 4.0!!!! I don't think I've been that excited EVER... I have worked so hard throughout college and was always falling short and I FINALLY DID IT! I literally flew out of the bed to show Shane my accomplishment! I know I've accomplished many great things, but this feels like the best!

So on May 18th, 2010 I accomplished goal #1, get a 4.0 in a semester of undergrad!

Completions and New Goal

So I have more 101/1001 news... It's an ongoing uphill battle that I seem to love for some reason!!!! On April 29th I completed 2 of my goals! #17 Wash my face and brush my teeth EVERY night for 3 months (it didn't say 3 months but I made it that so I could get into a routine). Well I for sure got into a routine, after a couple times of getting half way there and then skipping a night I finally did it NO EXCUSES!!! It didn't matter how tired I was or drunk (yes I'll admit it even if I drink a little too much on a night on the town or a night in with the girls I CAN STILL DO IT!!!). I know this is such a small goal and such a silly one to even put on there but as gross as it sounds, sometimes it was a problem and I wouldn't brush my teeth before bed which also meant I wasn't washing my face. In addition to this routine I also added # 70, take vitamins everyday as part of my night routine (one again I did this for 3 months) and completed it on the same day. I now wash my face, brush my teeth, then put lotion on, then take vitamins and whatever other pills I have to take EVERY NIGHT! And the best part is that just because my 3 months is complete I haven't stopped, honestly it makes me feel more refreshed when I wake up in the morning! Now I've really got to get on the yoga (#24), working out (#58), and drinking water (#75)!!!!!

I also changed a goal, there are a couple empties that I have been working on fillinng lately. #26 was volunteer with an organization for children/adolescents. Don't get me wrong I would like to do this maybe someday, but my passion for social work just isn't the same anymore. If I was volunteering for anything it would honestly be something with law, I've just yet to have the time to volunteer my time. The most I volunteer for is watching my neice 2 or 3 times a week while Lindz works and I have the passion to want to watch Tay. Therefore, I have changed this goal to MAKE IT A HABIT TO GET UP ON ALL WEEKDAYS AT 6A.M. FOR TWO MONTHS (then obviously continue). I feel like sometimes sleeping in is lazy and I'll have to work on this probably increase by half an hour everyday, but when I have to be to work at 8 and I wake up at 7:30 to get there, I don't have enough time to enjoy my morning. If I got up earlier I could actually do more and not feel so bogged down everyday! So that's my new goal there. I have more to fill and more to come so keep an eye out!

Keepin up with the goals and changes in life

New 101 in 1001 with explanations! There's been a lot of changes in life... OF COURSE this means changing some goals. I've been working on these for about 4 days now but here's what I have.

10 was buy a house but it has been changed to remodel our house. After time and time and TIME again of looking at house after house after house we found NOTHING. Everything we found was either worse than the house we were in now or just the same, everything needed work and most needed LOTS of work and what was going to be the point of buying a house we couldn't afford to fix. We finally decided we weren't close enough to our roommates to help them out (well not including Patrick) and we needed to start thinking about us. About three months ago Shane told them they needed to leave by May 31st! Finally the end is in sight!!!!! We've also bought tile, laminate flooring, paint, new light fixtures, and many other things to go up soon. I actually painted our bedroom this weekend and its AWESOME!!! Pictures of the before and after to come!

11. Since I traded in my car for a new truck for Shane to help me better afford my life I no longer have a car! However, I couldn't really say I paid it off because I didn't. Shane paid the 1400 over trade in for it and I just got off scotch free. So I just erased the goal and decided to replace it with a new one!
The NEW number 11 is ride my bike or walk more often no excuses I've already walked through it all! It's not like I have far to go... about 1.5 miles is the farthest and that's not that far! In addition, I now have a gas gussler and with how green I'm trying to be I'd rather not buy even more gas and spread it into my environment.

13. This goal was actually never there so wasn't changed. I chose to put my goal of using my reusable grocery bags in this one. I have SO many of them and I always forget them!!!!

16. Is now find 100 things that make me happy. It used to be say 2 good things about my day but that doesn't really make anything different, I'm a pretty positive person so instead I need to really grasp the things that make me happy!

39. This is just a minor change, the goal was keep my weight between 110 and 115, but it is now 115 and 120 because 110 is almost impossible and probably not very healthy, I've come to the conclusion that we are not supposed to look like we did in high school!

45. I added don't text and drive to this one because I really do it too much and it's dangerous!

71. I don't want to limit myself to just the Da Vinci Code or Lost Symbol so instead it is read at least two books I WANT to read that are not Buddhism books.

Last but not least I changed... 91.
91 was finish the cross stitch I started and begin a new one... well there was one problem to that! I found it MODELED in my closet so it was RUINED and there was no return so I had to toss it. I bought 3 new cross stitches and my new goal is to finish at least 2 of them! I'm pretty excited to see them!